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Blog: WeHo Parking Tips For The LA Marathon

Check out these WeHo parking tips for this Sunday's LA Marathon. Competition for parking will be fierce but these tips will help you find the best place to park.

The streets will be a nightmare for motorists this Sunday, when more than 25,000 runners will participate in the annual LA Marathon. Runners will make their way from Dodger Stadium to Santa Monica Beach, gathering crowds of spectators along the 26.2 mile route. There will be several major street closures throughout the city, combined with thousands of spectators vying for the perfect spot to watch the action. It all adds up to a recipe for parking stress.

The marathon route goes right through West Hollywood, with runners making their way down the famous "Sunset Strip". If you plan on heading to WeHo to watch the race please keep in mind that finding a parking spot will be tough. Driving is not recommended at all on Sunday but if you must, check out these essential West Hollywood LA Marathon parking tips.

Parking Lots & Garages:
There are plenty of parking facilities open during the LA Marathon in WeHo, and they all vary in pricing. Check them all out on this LA Marathon parking map (just type "West Hollywood in the search bar). There are many parking facilities located directly on Sunset Blvd, but these will be near impossible to access because of street closures. Steer clear of Sunset Blvd altogether and head a few blocks south.

There will most likely be a “special event rate” at many of these parking lots so expect to pay between $10-$20. Finding cheap LA Marathon parking can be tough but the following locations should have the best rates:

Kings Road Parking Garage
Location: 8383 Santa Monica Blvd
Hours of Operation: 8:30am-2:30am
Phone: (323) 848-2067
Rates: $8 Daily (event rates supersede)

Westmount Drive Parking Garage
Location: 8578 Santa Monica Blvd
Hours of Operation: 5:30am-2am
Phone: (800) 794-7275
Rates: $8 Daily (event rates supersede)

924 Hancock Ave Garage
Location: 924 Hancock Avenue.
Hours of Operation: 6am-6pm
Phone: (310) 659-0272
Rates: $6 Daily (event rates supersede)

Pacific Design Center Garage
Location: 8687 Melrose Ave
Hours of Operation: 5am-1:30am
Phone: (213) 626-6222
Rates: $15.50 (event rates supersede)

Street Parking:
There is metered parking available throughout West Hollywood costing $1.50/hour with a 2 hour limit between 8am & 10pm. These parking meters take credit cards so don’t worry about having change. Parking meters can be found on Santa Monica Blvd, La Brea Ave., Melrose Ave., and San Vicente Blvd.

Competition will be fierce for both marathoners and spectators alike. When it comes to finding parking, the earlier you look the better. Parking facilities will fill up quickly.

Good Luck to everyone in the race and everyone looking for parking!

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